Destination Jamaica Guide

Jamaica Travel Destinations For Vacation And Weddings

This is the ultimate Destination Jamaica guide. This is a series of articles about different attractions and happenings in Jamaica, including Jamaican destination weddings. These articles are based on traveler experiences and their suggestions giving you travel advice on how to get the most out of your trip to the Caribbean Island.

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Jamaican Biking Tours

Bike riding tours are a wonderful way to explore Jamaica. The visitors traveling by automobile will not get the same experience. Visitors will miss so much, like the scents carried by the wind – Visitors experience the smell of the ocean, the tropical forests, the mountains, and the abundant flowers and other plants. Visitors should slower their pace this allows them to really see Jamaica, to talk to the local people, and to really savor the experience of Jamaica.

There are have packages with Blue Mountain Bicycle Tours, Ltd., located at 121 Main Street, in Ocho Rios, we provide these sorts of adventures. The visitors will experience their specialty bike tour that begins 5,600 feet up in the Blue Mountains, Visitors get to view the highest mountains in the Caribbean.  makes these tours available out of both Ocho Rios and Kingston, Jamaica, from these points. Visitors can go in groups as large as 150,Visitors will get  all necessary biking equipment which Blue mountain bicycle tours provides , as are meals, and rates are reasonable -- $93US for adults and $65US for children under 12 years of age.

We have packages with Manfred's Jamaican Mountain Bike Tours, located in Saint Elizabeth Parish, we offer a wonderful one-week get away tour. Participants enjoy quality lodging and excellent local cuisine on a 500 acre farming estate in Apple Valley. The Visitors enjoy a bicycle tour to a different part of Jamaica; Visitors will see revealing parts of the country far beyond the usual tourist destinations. This experience of the real Jamaica - beyond the glitter and glitz of the tourism industries - is simply unparalleled.

We offer packages with Rusty's excellent Adventures. They offer a variety guided bicycle tour at different skill levels. Visitors will get  Biking equipment and, if necessary, biking instructors,  those from the destination Jamaica guides who prefer independent exploration, there are numerous places throughout the island that offer bicycle rentals, Visitors can also rent scooters and the like. Bicycle tours are an excellent way to explore Jamaica. In addition Visitors get to enjoy the natural scenery, its 'real' people and culture, Bicycle tours allow you to slow down and to savor your surroundings, collecting memories - and perhaps even a newfound cultural awareness and understanding

Destination Jamaica Guide believes that a passion for biking is best when it's shared! That is why we invite you to join us will so you can experience for yourself that traveling by bicycle, truly is, the best way to see the world. We offer you to join us for a getaway on one of our trips, the Team will are determined to provide you with a unique and unforgettable experience. One thing is for sure we guarantee that you will take home fulfilling, long lasting memories that will inspire you to travel with us again and again. Back To Top

Jamaican Craft And Shopping

We offer a craft market which is a kaleidoscope of color. Yellow, black, and green these are the colors of our country. You cannot miss it. The people at the craft markets are warm natured and the visitors can purchase a wide range of straw and wooden souvenirs. The selection visitors at the  can get also includes T-shirts, hats, dolls and other novelties. We have craft markets that are brightly colored little wooden shop are stocked with authentic Jamaican craft items. Visitors experience the lilt of the Jamaican accent which adds a musical touch, as vendors try to get tourists to take a look and purchase a little piece of Jamaica to take back home.

The visitors weekend would not be complete if they don’t experience the color, atmosphere, excitement and great value and quality the Craft Markets in Jamaica has to offer. One of the great things about the craft near the  are The color, friendliness and quality makes these great markets not only what shopping used to be like, but what is should be like. This will give the visitors at the  a sense of satisfaction.  philosophy is simple, everything sold at the markets has to be good value and above all great quality. Visitors can get a variety of handmade and commercially made items for sale. These craft markets near the  are open every day of the week making it easy for the Visitors to take home a part of there vacation. Visitors from the  can also get their hair braided at the craft market,

In every parish of the Jamaican craft markets are near the , the visitors from the  can also get to interact with local people from the markets giving them a wider view of the country and about where the craft items are made, this makes the visitors from the  feel like they have gotten good value. Most of the products in the craft markets are locally made so the visitors from the  can watch the craft people making the craft themselves, and add any changes the visitors from the  want. The best part about these craft markets is that you the visitors can order specially made crafts. Visitors can also get portraits painted from the local artist at the craft markets and you can also find paintings of the destination you are staying at. Nothing is better than when a visitor can take home pictures of Jamaica and the place of there vacation as a reminder of their experience. And the traveler can include their family in these things from their vacation shopping.

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Jamaican Golf

Like most leisure activities, golfing provides another opportunity for the island's unique character and personality to shine through. Not all destination Jamaica properties have golf courses to offer because there is  only 10 courses to serve the entire country, each  has its own distinct character, and you can expect a golfing experience at the  to be a departure from the typical North American links experience.

We offer a trip to Jamaican courses and guarantee, among other things, a stellar service. Caddies at the  are expertly trained and very familiar with the nuances of their courses.  gives each golfer individual attention from his or her own caddie, unlike busier golf locations where caddies may be serving one or two golfers at once. One of  most serious golf locations is the Tryall Golf Club, about an hour west of Montego Bay. This  was Founded by Texans in the 1950s, the Tryall  resort is a collection of upscale homes owned by North Americans and Europeans. Tryall  are a private resort area, and many golfers are also renters or owners of the  resort. If you opt out of staying at the  Tryall, a visit to their course may be arranged through other  concierges.  Round Hill Hotel, a small upscale hotel just east of the  Tryall, increases the ease with which such a visit can be arranged.

Other  main golfing area is the hub of Negril's all-inclusive resorts. Be warned, though, when visitors from these other  considering golfing in Negril, the predominant players here are not expert golfers. Rather, you the visitors from other  will encounter many first-timers, or once-a-year visitors to the . Regardless, golf at Negril Hills Golf Club is a rare and novel experience for the Visitors, as you travel up and down the elevated tees to the valley fairways, twisting and turning around the guango trees.

Some of the best golf on the northern coast of the  is at the Sandals Golf and Country Club. This golf area, formerly known as the Upton Country Club, was in a sad state of disrepair until about two years ago, when Sandals purchased and revamped the area. Giving the visitors a golfing game to look forward to, tourists can visit the Manchester Club; it is home to the Caribbean's oldest golf course. The visitors will find this golfer's treasure in the city of Mandeville on Jamaica's South Coast. Only nine holes, it is set in luxurious rolling hills and is worth a visit.

Other  resorts, such as Half Moon and Iron shore in Ocho Rios, Wyndham Rose Hall (also known as the “White Witch” course), Breezes, and Sandals, include challenging and fun courses and cater to the golfer at the  with a family. Some of these  resorts are all-inclusive and will include, among other things, water-sports, meals, and spa time for family members less interested in golf. Golfing on the island of Jamaica is a relaxed activity for the visitors at the  that generally does not require reservations or advanced booking. Making an impromptu decision to hit the links should be easy and can help open the visitor will to there leisure-activity option.

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Jamaican Nightlife

If spending an evening in Negril, Jamaica, most folks will hit up Rick's about an hour before sunset. Visitors from the  will see The most popular location on the island to view the sun go down, visitors from the  can have a drink and watch adventurous cliff-divers from other  and, if lucky, visitors from the  might witness the phenomenon of the green flash that occurs only when the sun sets on a cloudless night. Scientifically, it happens because the light of the sun is refracted through the earth's atmosphere. Visitors if you and your significant other hope to nestle in the comfort of a villa in Jamaica resort, Sandals Negril Beach Resort is for you. One among three locations,  also includes Dunn's River and Montego Bay, the resort provides all-inclusive fun for couples looking to get away.

Another famous spot for nightlife in Negril is Hedonism II,   famous for its bacchanals and high-end service, it is  not a place for the weak of heart when it comes to partying. You have to purchase a pass for about $75(USD) if you aren't already a guest—but with unlimited drinks and food it's well-worth the cost. Destination Jamaica recommends Montego bay if you are looking to start off your evening in a fun and novel way, check out Glistening Waters Marina Restaurant and Marina just outside Montego Bay for dining, disco, and drinks overlooking the glowing river. This will make your vacation unforgettable.

Visitor are you in the mood to take a risk? Then you at the  should visit Coral Cliff, the premier gaming experience around the  Montego bay. Whether you are just looking to try your luck, or the visitors will are the play-to-win type, this casino's got the game for you. Basics like blackjack and roulette always make for a good time for the visitor will; the main attractions are the 120+ slot machines available with a wide variety of games, from traditional slots to interactive gaming. Games take US denominations from five cents to $5(USD). For great drinks and good music, there's no place like Margueritaville—and now you can enjoy this great nightlife tradition, Jamaican style. Vacationers this bar and café has an excellent menu with traditional items, visitors will you can get traditional Jamaican drinks and food. During the day, sports events are broadcast on big screen TVs, and after dark, theme nights add to the fun of the laid-back atmosphere for Visitors

Tourists in Kingston can enjoy a wide variety of nightlife in tourist-centered areas, but without awareness of local trends, you will may find yourself lost in the big city. To avoid getting lost or wasting your time, it is probably a good idea to ask your  or hotel concierge where the local hot spots are (and are not). Knutsford Blvd in Kingston 5 offers a plethora of after-dark entertainment. Club Asylum and the Quad Night Clubs offer visitors a sensory taste of genuine Jamaican nightlife. However, if the crowd is at full capacity, nearby Jonkanoo Lounge is a cozy location where patrons can “cool out.”

Club Habibi, a Latin nightspot with an Arab name, is a true example of Jamaica's diversity and culture. Habibi hosts theme nights ranging from fashion night, where you show up dressed for the red carpet, to 80s night, a blast from the past. A favorite of locals is Latin night, which features two hours of Latin dance lessons prior to the beginning of a great mix of Latin dance music. Also located on the “hip strip” are Mingles Pub and Pool Bar which grants lovers of Latin music a chance to dance their Saturday night away. 

If you crave a more cosmopolitan approach to your nightlife, Redbones Blues Café can provide the perfect backdrop for a beautiful garden setting. For more family-oriented entertainment in Jamaica, there is the Center stage Theatre, a local cast that puts on musical comedies in native tongues. Although you may not understand what's being spoken, it's a great experience to see the culture of the island performed live. The theatre is cozy and comfortable without being too small. Prices will vary depending on when you purchase tickets.

A Warning: Certain illicit substances are relatively popular on the party scene in Jamaica, and as a tourist, an offer will more than likely crop up to try it out. Although it may not appear that way, Jamaican law expressly forbids the use of mind-altering substances, and a visit to local jails is the best way to miss out on all the other great nightlife in Jamaica.

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Jamaican Rental Cars

Getting a rental car will can be a snap.  We are connected to some of the rental car companies. You can make bookings with rental car companies separate from the  from any where you are. You can use the internet at the  or Book on line a head of your Vacation this makes things easier for you, you can call each agency from you  and ask about office location to see if they are near your . The rental car companies will have a car waiting for you at any of the  you’re staying or they will pick you up at the air port if they do not have an office there. And the necessary arrangements can be made to take you off to your Vacation.

The  can also provide you with information about rental car companies and the availability of it,  are located at different areas, and bearing this in mind the type of vehicle you rent for your Vacation can make a difference. Because of the hilly terrain at some of the  rental car company will provide you with the more suitable vehicle for your travel. A 4*4 is more suitable at these , but if you are at a North coast  any vehicle will do.

You can choose weather you can leave the vehicle at your  or at the air port some companies charge hefty drop-off fees if the car ends up at a different place from where it started. Be informed about there policies. some rental car companies have roadside assistance if your within the area of your  or near there office this is a 24 hour policy they offer, some companies will pick you up from your  location and take you to the car, others will pay cab fare from your  if it is not too faraway from there office.

Some large We have special rates year round you can click on our Expedia partner to find special deals with the . Although most rental companies will try to sell you insurance, your own car insurance may cover a rental car while you are driving around you . Ask your auto insurance agent before renting a car and paying for unnecessary insurance. If you don't have car insurance, however, it is probably wise to pay the extra cost. You must be 25 years or older to rent a car at most rental agencies.

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Jamaican Restaurants

Visitors can step out of there  and enjoy a elegant meal on the town or some of the We have there own restaurants some  will make reservations at any restaurant for you at the  depending on which  your visiting you can have beach front dining the caves We offer just that with a breezy second floor deck for alfresco dinning. The Golden eye  has it own restaurant and dining terrace on the edge of  a 30-foot high lime stone bluff visitor at this villa in Jamaica  can experience Jamaican style home cooking. Or you the visitor will can ask the cook for something special. Destination Jamaica Guide recommends the following restaurants.

Cosmo's Seafood Restaurant and Bar  Phone: 876-957-4330

Visitors in Negrill can go to Cosmo’s restaurant, the Owner Cosmo Brown has made this seaside open-air bistro a pleasant place to spend the afternoon--and maybe stay on for dinner. Visitors, the fresh fish is the main attraction, and the conch soup that's the house specialty is a meal in itself. There's also lobster (grilled or curried), fish-and-chips, and a catch-of-the-morning.  Customers often drop cover-ups to take a dip before coffee and dessert and return later to lounge in chairs scattered under almond and sea-grape trees. (There's an entrance fee for the beach alone, but it's less than $1.) No reservation needed.

Day-O Plantation Restaurant Phone: 876-952-1825

 Montego Bay visitors this will Transport you back in time with a fine meal served on the garden terrace of this Georgian-style plantation house. Visitors will get to Start with smoked marlin, segue into seafood ragout or beef fillet with béarnaise sauce, and sweeten things up with one of the traditional Jamaican deserts (rum pudding, sweet cakes, or fruit salad) Reservations essential for dinner. Visitors another restaurant with the settings of nearly 100-year-old gingerbread house high on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios Bay (but also convenient from MoBay). Large, open windows provide cooling mountain breezes and stunning views of city and sea. More than 30 kinds of pasta are served here, ranging from lasagna Rastafarian (vegetarian) and fiery "jerk" spaghetti to rotelle Colombo (crabmeat with white sauce and noodles). There are also excellent fish dishes--sautéed fillet of red snapper with orange sauce, scampi and lobster in basil cream sauce, red snapper stuffed with crabmeat--and several meat dishes; among them a tasty grilled sirloin with mushroom sauce. Kids 12 and under eat for half price, and light eaters will appreciate half-portion orders

Sugar Mill :At Half Moon Golf Course Phone: 876-953-2228 Montego Bay

Seafood is served with flair at this terrace restaurant set on the manicured grounds of the Half Moon Golf Course. Caribbean specialties, steak, and lobster are usually offered in a pungent sauce that blends Dijon mustard with Jamaica's own Pickapeppa sauce. Otherwise, choices are the daily à la carte specials and anything flamed. Live music and a well-stocked wine cellar round out the experience. AE, DC, MC, V. Reservations essential for dinner.

Almond Tree Phone: 876-974-2813 Ocho Rios

One of the most popular restaurants in Ocho Rios, the Almond Tree has a menu of Jamaican and Continental favorites: pumpkin and pepper-pot soups and many wonderful preparations of fresh fish, veal piccata, and fondue. The swinging rope chairs of the terrace bar and the tables perched above a lovely Caribbean cove are great fun. AE, DC, MC, V. Reservations essential for dinner.

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Jamaican Spas

We offer spa treatments that is separate an apart from your Vacation package you will have to pay for this treatment when you get to the . Almost every We offer a basic spa treatment, which will cost les than the more elaborate spa treatment at the . This can be enjoyed by every one including the men vacationing at the . More men are visiting spas than ever before, Chances are your fiancé, your Dad, your boss, or some other savvy guy you know has embarked on the journey that is relaxing. Whether for manicures, massages, or good and necessary rest.

We offer spa treatments for holidays, anniversaries, birthdays, and general thoughtful surprises that make life all that more fun, candies and flowers are losing their steam – to the steam of  spas that is. More men are treating their women to  spa days as a gift, and women are even treating their men.  It's luxurious, it's thoughtful, and it's one of the biggest trends in gift giving at the .  and other Corporations are even treating their overworked employees, and they're smart to do so: a happy and relaxed employee is a productive employee after all.

Spas used to be about women sneaking away from their men for some necessary beauty treatments and relaxation. But these days, it is a social activity.  Bridal parties head there for a less-than-standard bridal shower (think manicure, pedicure, waxing, facials); We offer companies  spa getaways for team building (think hiking and yoga); and, couples are going together more than ever before (think side-by-side Swedish massages, mud baths, and more).We offer  tons of couples packages and treatments, as well as group-friendly activities,  spas are becoming the new bars – there are even singles' nights at some of the  locations! Imagine those pick-up lines

More and more couples are booking  spa vacations and romantic spa honeymoons than in the past. From weekend spa getaways to multi-week long destination spa honeymoons, the popularity of spa travel is on the rise. Leisure travelers are more discriminating, selecting  destination spas for their escapes or only booking  that offer spa services, rather than  that do not. For couples,  spa vacations are a chance to unwind, recharge, and bond. Whether you opt for classes, all-day treatments and spa cuisine, or simply want the opportunity to indulge in a side-by-side massage on the beach or in your  room, the  resort and spa industry is obliging – in full force. Spas and the spa lifestyle has become so trendy that at some  resorts, you don't even need to leave your room to enjoy the spa experience. According to the ISPA, high-end amenities are fast becoming mainstream, including spa-like bathrooms, spa suites, and sleeping rooms with massage tables.

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Jamaican Tours

Visitors will hear the words "Irie mon" it is a phrase commonly heard in Jamaica. It means, "cool" or "everything is going good”. visitor will see that Jamaica is a wonderfully diverse island paradise making it a perfect travel vacation for Visitors. Jamaicans are warm, friendly people that welcome tourists form all over the world. Jamaica is one of the four largest English-speaking Island in Caribbean spanning 4,400 square miles. The island is a tropical paradise comprised of a plethora of color acting as a muse for natives and visitors at the  alike.

Visitors can take tours to see our beautiful blue mountains which in more than 2256m high and have a botanical gardens there. Visitors also have tours to our largest botanical gardens in Ocho Rios visitors will also see the deep rich history that must be understood for one to appreciate Jamaica's diversity at some of our museum. We offer biking tour with unique trails for you the visitor will deep sea diving tours to see wrecked ships is a great experience.  

This is a favorite travel vacation destination for vacationers in the Caribbean. Visitors can tour from Negril's beautiful beaches to Duns River Falls tours in Ocho Rios to shopping in Montego Bay,  has all that a tourist could ask plus much more. Visitors will can see Jamaica’s cultural center in its capital city of Kingston. Kingston is a preferred vacation travel destination for Visitors that are interested in Jamaica's history.

Visitors can touch, play and swim with the dolphins. Dolphin programs start at 9.30 a.m., 11.30 a.m., 1.30 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. you can make Reservations with the  your staying at if you are to participate but if not and you only mean to watch no reservations are necessary . also have An exciting nature hike to offer. See parrots, native snakes, turtles, iguanas and don't miss the shark pool. Visitors from the  can enjoy the cheerful restaurants they have. It offers buffet lunch and a delightful gift shop for those who wish to browse awhile.

Enjoy the crystal clear waters and year round warm climate makes vacation for the  an ideal travel vacation for tourists seeking to soak in the sun. We offers Fishing, scuba diving, wind surfing, and horse back riding as favorite daytime activities in Jamaica. In the evening fine dinning at Jamaica's elite restaurants and  resorts is a must experience. Jamaican's unique cuisine coupled with enchanting reggae sounds bestow upon you the visitors will a feeling of tranquility you won't want to leave behind.

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Jamaican Water Sports

Jamaica Deep-Sea Fishing:

Fishing is a great water sport to enjoy. Fishing licenses are not required for this  water sport. Arrangements to renting a boat can be made at any , as well as at local lagoons and harbors. For deep-sea fishing, the  will provide a boat complete with crew and equipment. Vast arrays of big game fish live in the oceans surrounding the . Several different  on the island offer guided Jamaican fishing excursions with a focus on big game fish like marlin, sailfish, tuna, Dorado, barracuda and kingfish.

 Jamaica Snorkeling & Diving:

Destination Jamaica water sports offer the opportunity for visitors to get in on the fun. One popular  water sport is scuba diving, with quality facilities all around the island. Scuba though is one villa in Jamaica water sport where it is illegal to dive without certification. Many licensed  water sport operators offer certification courses. Most  professional diving establishments like the Negril Scuba Centre, North Coast Marine Sports, and Dolphin Divers, will certify, provide equipment, and guide you with  water sports. Snorkeling is another villa in Jamaica water sport that allows visitors to enjoy the beautiful sea. We offers good snorkeling generally off of its many reefs so that a boat must be taken out to sample the diversity of sea life.

 Jamaica Boating:

Power and sail cruises are offered will on every coast of the island as well as sailboat rentals in the major resort areas. We offer Glass bottom boat tours which is popular. Another water sport We offers is theme cruises where passengers are able to swim, dance and party on the deck of a huge ship. Jamaicans love their water sports and there are plenty of opportunities for visitors will to get in on the fun. A popular  water sport, with quality facilities is Snorkeling this is also available throughout the , and is a tamer way of exploring the island's undersea offerings (sunken ships included!). Fishing is another villa in Jamaica water sport to enjoy and, as fishing licenses are not required, all you need is a boat! Arrangements to renting a boat can be made at most  and resorts, as well as at local lagoons and harbors. For deep-sea fishing, chartering a boat complete with crew and equipment is recommended. If you're interested in traveling to Jamaica we recommend that you search our luxury . Visitors will have access to their Guest Service Coordinators who will gladly arrange any  water sports or day trips. Water sports are always  favorite, including scuba diving, waterskiing, windsurfing, sailing, and yachting, rafting and kayaking any of these can be done at any .

From the coral caves, tunnels and steep canyons of the famous Airport Reef off Montego Bay to the calm crystalline coves of Negril, this is truly  diving island. We have great sites to explore near the old pirate capital of Port Royal, close to Kingston's airport, nearby shipwrecks provide a haven for a dense array of fish and other underwater life for the visitors will.  also provide you with information of the dozens of licensed diving centers around the island; the We offer a wide variety of diving packages for both novice and certified divers. Instruction and packages at the  resorts. In the Runaway Bay/Montego Bay area. The Jamaica Association of Dive Operators, based in Montego Bay, can recommend others.

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